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What Makes Planes Always Take "The Longer Way"?
We all have experienced getting bored on our flights, trying to pass the time on board, and playing with our stuff, you might think of looking up at the inflight map, and see that the determined route for the plane seems to be always…
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How Aircraft Refuel in the Air?
When your car runs out of fuel, the first thought that comes to your mind is to rush to the nearest gas station. But if you’re an F-22 Raptor, who was running low on fuel at 40,000ft, what do you do? Obviously, you would not nose-dive…
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How Pilots Communicate With ATC When Flying Over the Oceans?
Ever wondered how pilots communicate with air traffic controllers on the ground when flying over the oceans? Air traffic controllers typically pick up aircraft using radar technology which is only about 200 miles off the coast. But,…
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What's The Story Behind JetBlue's Nose Gear Incident?
On September 21, 2005, 18 years ago, a JetBlue flight from Burbank to New York City had to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport. The incident was brought on by the nose gear failing. But what transpired that…
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Flight Review: WIZZ Air UK From Slovakia to London
Wizz Air , along with major competitor Ryanair, is often overlooked as being the cheapest of cheap. If you look at other reviews, they tend to focus mainly on the quality of the product and rarely take into account the price at which…
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Air India Welcomes First Airbus A350
Air India has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-900, becoming the first airline in the country to operate this advanced widebody aircraft. The A350-900, registered as VT-JRA, landed at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport,…
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Ethiopian Airlines ET715 Veers Off the Runway at Oslo Airport
On the snowy evening of December 21, a seemingly routine journey turned abrupt for an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787-8, registered ET-ATH, at Oslo Airport, Norway. Destined for Stockholm Arlanda, Sweden, as flight ET715 , the aircraft…
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Revealed: The Busiest Airports of 2023
In 2023, the landscape of global air travel witnessed notable changes, with certain airports emerging as key players in handling passenger traffic. Drawing on data from OAG.com , this article delves into the busiest airports of 2023…
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Interview with SWISS CEO Dieter Vranckx on Sustainability and New Routes
One of the leading airlines in the Star Alliance and Lufthansa Group, SWISS served a grand total of 12.8 million passengers in 2022. While the airline progresses on the road to recovery from the pandemic, it is continuing to expand with…
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easyJet Orders 157 Airbus A320neo Family Aircraft
easyJet has taken a significant step in its fleet renewal and upgauging strategy by confirming a substantial order of 157 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft. This firm order, which has received shareholder approval, is a blend of 56 A320neo…
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Lufthansa Group Orders 200 Aircraft
Lufthansa Group has marked a significant expansion in its fleet with the order of 200 aircraft, valued at $9 billion at list prices. This order, encompassing 80 firm orders and 120 options, spans three distinct aircraft families: the…
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IndiGo Announced an Expansion of its Operations Into Thailand
IndiGo, India's largest low-cost carrier, has announced significant expansions, including the introduction of a new route from Bengaluru to Phuket in Thailand and an increased frequency of services from Mumbai. Commencing operations on…
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Japan Airlines has Received its First Airbus A350-1000
In a remarkable display of Japanese innovation, Japan Airlines (JAL) has recently taken delivery of its new A350-1000 aircraft, setting a new standard for in-flight luxury and passenger experience. Revolutionizing In-Flight…
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Why You Should Never Share a Picture of Your Boarding Pass on the Social Networks?
In the age of social media, it's become increasingly common for travelers to post photos of their boarding passes online, especially on platforms like Instagram or Facebook often accompanied by the hashtag #boardingpass. While this…
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Air India's Substantial Airbus Order Has Experienced Significant Alterations: More A350-900s and A321 neos
Air India has recently announced significant modifications to its Airbus aircraft order, signaling a strategic shift in its fleet composition. The adjustments showcase a nuanced approach, emphasizing the acquisition of more A350-900s…
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Avolon Orders100 Extra Airbus A321neo Aircraft
Avolon, the renowned international aircraft leasing company, has made a significant move in the aviation industry by placing a firm order for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft. This substantial order brings Avolon's total A321neo count to an…
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Cathay Pacific Expands Cargo Fleet with Airbus A350F Purchase
Hong Kong's flagship airline, Cathay Pacific, has made a significant stride in expanding its cargo division, Cathay Cargo, by signing a purchase agreement for six Airbus A350F aircraft. This move positions the A350F as a central element…
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9 Must-Subscribe Aviation YouTube Channels for Fans
Flying is fascinating for everyone. We all have childhood memories of chasing airplane shadows in the sky or experiencing our first flight. As kids, many of us dream of becoming aeronautic engineers or pilots, but only a few succeed in…
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A New Step Towards Progress, Riyadh Air and Turkish Air Sign a Strategic Partnership
In recent years, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has witnessed great progress in many fields, especially in aviation, from buying new planes to cooperating with other Airlines. Top of these Airlines is Turkish Air, which signed a Memorandum…
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Alaska Airlines to Acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 Billion
On Sunday, Alaskan Airlines announced its plans to buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion. This announcement comes after a series of struggles for Hawaiian Airlines in recent years. Hawaiian Airlines has struggled to recover from the…
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Before the Airbus A380 and Boeing 777, What Did Emirates fly?
The story of Emirates' fleet begins much humbler than the image of the vast hub carrier it's known as today. Commencing operations in October 1985, Emirates’ initial flights to Karachi and Mumbai were on a much smaller scale, utilizing…
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